Philippines
The Philippines Is Cutting Down an ‘Urban Forest’ To Fight COVID?
The government plans for a one-stop shop vaccination center, but critics say there are plenty of other locations.
Inside the ‘Happy Meal House,’ the Largest Collection of Fast-Food Toys in the World
Every month, Percival R. Lugue trots down to a McDonald’s and Jollibee outlet for items to add to his 20,000-piece fast-food toy collection.
A Newborn Was Named ‘Glhynnyl Hylhyr Yzzyghyl.’ We Asked the Family Why.
You can call him “Consonant” for short.
Check Out This ‘Freaky’ New Frog Species Found Hiding in Plain Sight
The Mindoro fanged frog was discovered in the Philippines after researchers compared audio recordings of mating calls.
5 Shocking Details From the Testimony of Young Filipino Women Trafficked to Syria
Secret Viber groups, dramatic escapes, and the elusive search for refuge were among the revelations.
Duterte Takes Chinese Vaccine the Same Day His Government Cursed Beijing
The 76-year-old Filipino leader had said he preferred to do it privately because he would get a butt shot.
China Told To ‘Get the Fuck Out’ of Philippine Waters
Hundreds of Chinese vessels linger in the disputed South China Sea. The Philippine foreign secretary isn’t pleased.
This Island Nation Was Spared the Worst of COVID. Then a Body Washed Ashore.
Authorities confirmed the person was a seafarer from the Philippines.
Thousands Call for Philippine President To Resign Over Pandemic Response
COVID-19 cases and deaths are mounting as the pandemic drags on in the country.
Why Do Filipinos Point With Their Mouth?
Filipinos offer their explanation for “nguso,” the distinctive habit of mouth-pointing.
Duterte Aide Posts Golfing Video to Prove the Philippine President Is Alive
Duterte has been MIA as new COVID-19 cases reached record highs in the country.
Desperate for COVID Protection, Filipinos Are Turning to a Drug Also Used on Horses
Debate over using ivermectin to treat COVID rages in the Philippines as it battles a new surge in cases.